Teen cannabis use increased after legalization in Canada, study finds
- Teen cannabis use increased by 26% in Canadian provinces after the legalization of edibles and extracts in October 2019, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
- Use of edibles rose by 43%, raising concerns about youth-friendly forms of cannabis, such as chocolates and candies.
- In Quebec, where the sale of these products was banned, cannabis use among teens remained stable according to the study.
- Neuroscientist Joshua Gowin warned that regular cannabis use in teens increases the risk of developing dependency disorders later in life.
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Teen Cannabis Use Rises in Canada After Edibles Are Legalized
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Study finds rise in teen cannabis use following edibles rollout in Canada
A study found a 26% increase in teen cannabis use in provinces that began selling cannabis edibles and extracts in October 2019. Use of edibles alone jumped 43%, researchers reported April 18 in JAMA Network Open.
Teen bhang use rises in Canada after edibles are legalized
Teen cannabis use rose significantly in parts of Canada after edibles were legalized, a new study shows. The study found a 26% increase in teen cannabis use in provinces that began selling cannabis edibles and extracts in October 2019. Use of edibles alone jumped 43%, researchers reported April 18 in JAMA Network Open. Cannabis products […]
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